Canberra Hot Rod Association
History
Jim Newman's 1936 Ford Coupe
THE COBAR KID
This 36 Coupe was found at the Cobar tip in 1978 by Bill Jansen and brought home. After some rust repairs were done the car was sold to Jim Newman who commissioned Peter Day to do the bodywork. After a 4 year buildup the car was on the road and was driven to many long distance rod runs. It was eventually sold to a rodder in Albury where it is still on the road.
Specifications:
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Engine: |
327 cu in chevy. fuelie heads. Torker Manifold. 600 Holley Carb |
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Transmission: |
2 Speed Alloy Powerglide |
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Differential: |
56 Chevy |
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Front Suspension: |
HT Holden Independent |
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Steering: |
Austin 1800 Rack & Pinion HQ Holden Steering Column |
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Rear Suspension: |
Chevy Semi-Eliptic Springs |
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Body: |
1936 Ford 5 Window Coupe |
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Chassis: |
1936 Ford stock |
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Brakes: |
HQ Disc Brakes front Chevy Drums rear |
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Wheels: |
Centerlines 15 x 5.5 front 15 x 7 rear |
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Other Modifications: |
1980 Mitsubishi Sigma bucket seats |
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